New ZealandFire and Emergency NZ warns of public risk as 18 calls received during strikeThe service received 18 emergency calls while Friday's strike was underway.06 Feb 04:52 AM
KahuFamily behind burned bakery plead for safety as firefighter strikes escalatePita House in Pakuranga burned down on January 9 during an earlier strike.05 Feb 02:50 AM
WorldWildfire smoke kills more than 24,000 in US a year, study saysCall for warning systems and portable filters in homes, offices, schools, hospitals. 04 Feb 08:07 PM
Lifestyle‘S*** it escalated quickly’: Paul Henry's farm bonfire burns out of control, firefighters save day01 Feb 10:59 PM
New Zealand'Everything is gone': Mum dragged from burning home but family pooch Sumo not so lucky 01 Feb 09:17 PM
New ZealandFirefighters battle blaze in Onehunga, AucklandFire and Emergency crews from across Auckland have contained a large blaze inside a derelict building on Onehunga Mall. Video / NZ HeraldWatch25 Jan 01:40 PM
New ZealandOnehunga fire under control, smoke warnings remainFifteen crews were on site at one point during the blaze. 25 Jan 08:01 AM
New ZealandCrews battle Maungarei scrub fire as smoke billows over Mt WellingtonPolice are making initial area inquiries after the 4.20pm alarm was raised.25 Jan 04:45 AM
New ZealandFire and Emergency crews have extinguished a large vegetation fire on the side of Mount WellingtonFire and Emergency crews have extinguished a large vegetation fire on the side of Mount Wellington. Video / RNZWatch25 Jan 04:35 AM
OpinionKevin Trenberth: NZ is again being soaked this summer – record ocean heat helps explain itOPINION: More than 90% of Earth's excess heat is now being absorbed by the oceans.21 Jan 11:55 PM
WorldChile wildfires rage for third day, entire towns wiped outResidents had moved away from the coast after 2010 tsunami only to be hit by wave of fire.19 Jan 07:30 PM
WorldSchoolgirl burned to death in house fire started by cigarette lighterIt was the second house fire for the family in six months.18 Jan 08:12 AM
AucklandPerson pulled to safety amid suspicious blaze at Auckland homeOne person had to be rescued from the house by emergency responders.17 Jan 11:50 PM
New ZealandMany of Wairarapa’s recent forest fires began in old burn pilesWairarapa is in a restricted fire season and open-air fires need a permit.15 Jan 08:58 PM
WorldFinal death toll from Hong Kong fire put at 168The victims include 10 migrant domestic workers and one firefighter.15 Jan 08:37 PM
WorldHuge blast and fire in central Dutch city as buildings collapse, at least four injuredAt least four people are in hospital after the central Utrecht blast.15 Jan 07:30 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Wednesday, January 15, 2026Morning Headlines | Waitārere Beach shooting, rising tension between Iran and the US and at least 32 killed in train accident in Thailand | Wednesday, January 15, 2026Watch14 Jan 06:38 PM
ChristchurchFriends mourn 'gold-hearted' man who died in Christchurch housing complex fireFriends say Callum Dale was a loyal mate with a passion for making rap music.14 Jan 05:24 PM
New ZealandLarge fire breaks out at Dunedin Scout hallNearby residents have been warned to stay inside due to the smoke. Video / Ben TomsettWatch14 Jan 04:34 AM
New ZealandEmergency alert issued as crews battle large blaze in DunedinA fire truck was by chance on way back to the station when it noticed the smoke.14 Jan 04:07 AM
World'What just hit us?': North Sea crash captain caused 'avoidable death'Jury shown video and audio CCTV of the moments after the collision.13 Jan 09:13 PM
WorldWaitress 'who accidentally started Swiss bar fire' died in blaze that killed 40Cyane Panine, 24, was among the 40 people who died in the fire.13 Jan 06:58 PM
New Zealand'Nearly 23 years in the shop': Heartbreak and questions after firefighters strike delays blaze responseUp to 14 staff and dozens of customers escaped as flames spread through the store.13 Jan 04:04 PM
New ZealandSuspicious blaze at Mangawhai as string of Northland fires stretch crewsSeven fire trucks battled the Mangawhai Heads blaze on Monday evening.13 Jan 04:00 AM
New Zealand'This collective aroha': Support pours in after Whakatāne house fireA Givealittle page is helping fund emergency housing, food and pet care.13 Jan 04:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: Rubbish fire on Auckland's SH20 motorwayVideo from an office window shows a rubbish fire near Lambie Drive on Auckland's SH20. Video / Rini CrizWatch13 Jan 02:34 AM
WorldBirthday girl dodges fireball after hydrogen balloons ignite at partyCCTV footage captured the moment cake sparklers ignited the blaze.12 Jan 07:00 AM
WorldWildfires spread to 15,000ha in Argentine PatagoniaMore than 500 firefighters and support staff are battling the blazes in Argentina.12 Jan 03:22 AM
